La Maison & Velier Caroni High Proof Trinidad Rum (US) HTR 2000

Intense, oily with robust tar and wood notes.

Intense tar and oily profile
Complex and balanced taste
Long, robust finish
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This 17-year-old Caroni rum delivers an intense blend of tar and oily characteristics with notable woody and roasted undertones, creating a bold profile appreciated by connoisseurs.

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    How does this rum taste?

    High Proof Trinidad Rum (US) HTR, distilled at Caroni in 2000 and bottled by La Maison & Velier, offers a remarkable blend of tar, roasted, and woody aromas. Noted for its intense tar and oily palate, it combines hints of spices, tobacco, and subtle fruity undertones. Users appreciate its complex taste and robust finish, echoing classic Caroni profiles while introducing a unique depth. This limited release has been described as oily and intense with layers of caramel, making it a standout choice for connoisseurs seeking a bold and intricate rum experience. The meticulous aging process of 17 years and its 55% ABV level contribute to its celebrated character.

    Aroma

    Tar Roasted Woody Fruity

    Taste

    Tar Intense Woody Rubber

    How is this rum rated?

    8.8/10 36 reviews
    Top 20% Trinidad
    Top 36% Caroni

    Chocolate. Chocolate. So much chocolate. I was really ready for that tire fire taste but wow what an experience!

    21.02.2020 A small private event where we borrowed the basement bar area for a private tasting and also had a go at their food. Notes. Medium dark colour. Nose Wood, roasted, leather, fruits, cherry, tar, light rubber. Palate Oily, balanced, complex, wood, roasted, tar, leather, dried fruit, medium dry, light rubber. Finishvery long, dry, wood, tannins, raisin, light caramel.

    Un rhum d’exception, pas le palais habitué à boire du caroni mais dès l’ouverture, une odeur qui vous transporte et qui vous rappelle des longs dimanches d’hiver. Le nez goudronné, pétrole propre à la trinidad et un fort mélange entre le caramel et un poil de vanille. À la bouche le caramel se révèle de façon plus importante entouré d’un gras huileux industriel qu’on utilise pour faire fonctionner des machines des années 20. Un délice et un voyage !

    Caroni 2000 US bottling almost freshly opened - a very nice find at Pusser‘s in Munich. Lacking the side-by-side versus the EU edition, from memory this is on par. As for the EU bottling, this is a very nice expression of the 2000 vintage with high intensity, dirt and some dried fruits. Works very well at the reduced ABV imo.

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    RumX ID
    RX2167
    ABV
    55%
    Category
    Column Still Rum
    Vintage
    2000
    Mark
    HTR
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Column Still
    Age
    17 years
    No. of bottles
    2,892
    Bottle volume
    75cl
    Price range
    250€+
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    La Maison & Velier • Caroni 2000   17yr   55% High Proof Trinidad Rum (US) HTR

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    About the Caroni distillery

    The Caroni distillery is located in Trinidad. Rums from Caroni have been reviewed 9,311 times with an average of 8.8/10.

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    Avg Rating: 8.8/10
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